Kings' Darren Collison out at least six weeks following surgery Tuesday

Collision has been out for the past month after suffering the injury Feb. 5 against the Mavericks. He is averaging 16.1 points and 5.6 assists in 45 games this season.

Kings will re-evaluate G Darren Collison (hip) in 2-3 weeks

by Jason Butt | CBSSports.com

(2/26/2015)The Kings aren't ruling guard Darren Collison out for the remainder of the season yet.

Collison, who has a hip injury, will be re-evaluted in two-to-three weeks following a surgical procedure on a core muscle this Tuesday, the Kings announced on Thursday. Collison, who's been listed as having a a hip injury, suffered the injury against the Mavericks on Feb. 5 and has not played in a game since.

Collison is meeting with Dr. William Meyers on Monday at the Vincera Institute in Philadelphia on Monday for a consultation before undergoing surgery the next day.

Collison has averaged 16.1 points and 5.6 assists in 45 games this season.

Report: Darren Collison's (hip) season could be in jeopardy

(2/26/2015)Although a final decision has not been made, the Kings front office aren't optimistic that guard Darren Collison will play again this season, Marc J. Spears of Yahoo! Sports reports.

The Kings have been without Collison since Feb. 7 due to a strained right hip flexor. He traveled to Los Angeles on Tuesday to see a specialist, and the team has yet to reveal the results of his testing. Collison played 45 games for Sacramento, averaging 16.1 points and 5.6 assists. Guard Ray McCallum has been inserted into the starting lineup during Collison's absence.

Kings' Darren Collison (hip) doubtful to play Friday

Collison hasn't been able to practice in full over the last two days but was hopeful he'd be able to face the Celtics. Instead, he appears ticketed for his fifth straight missed game due to the injury. The Kings play again Saturday before receiving three off-days in advance of Wednesday's matchup with the Grizzlies.

The Kings are 2 1/2-point favorites at home Friday.

Kings' Darren Collison remains limited, hopes to play Friday

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(2/19/2015)Kings point guard Darren Collison was unable to practice fully again Thursday but remains hopeful he'll be able to play Friday when the team returns to action against the Celtics, News10 Sacramento reports.

Collison missed the team's last four games before the All-Star break while recovering from a right hip flexor strain. The Kings play Friday and Saturday before receiving three days off, so it's possible the team holds Collison out over the weekend in order to give him a chance to get in a full practice early next week.

The Kings are 3-point favorites at home against the Celtics Friday.

Kings PG Darren Collison limited in practice Wednesday

Collison has missed the team's last four games while recovering from a right hip flexor strain, and it sounds as if he could remain out Friday and Saturday. After this weekend's back-to-back, the team won't have another game until Wednesday.

Collison has averaged 16.1 points and 5.6 assists in 45 games in his first season in Sacramento.

(2/11/2015)The Kings have ruled guard Darren Collison out for Wednesday's contest against Milwaukee because of a right hip flexor strain, reports CowbellKingdom.com. Forward Derrick Williams remains questionable for the game.

Williams has appeared in just one of Sacramento's last three games. He is averaging 6.5 points and 2.6 rebounds per game this season.

Collison will now have missed four straight games with the ailment, and with the All-Star break approaching, he's due for some much-needed rest. Ramon Sessions will likely get the start at point guard while he remains sidelined. Sacramento won't play again until Feb. 20 against Boston.

Collison will now have missed three consecutive games due to the ailment. He is averaging 16.1 points and 5.6 assists in 45 games this season. Ramon Sessions will likely get the start at point guard while he remains sidelined.

Sacramento is a 10 1/2-point underdog against the Bulls, per VegasInsider.com.

Kings PG Darren Collison won't play against the Jazz

Collison suffered the injury Thursday, and underwent an MRI Friday which confirmed the injury. He is averaging 16.1 points and 5.6 assists in 45 games this season. Ramon Sessions will likely get the start at point guard while he remains sidelined.

Sacramento is a 6-point underdog at Utah, per VegasInsider.com.

Kings PG Darren Collison (hip) doubtful to play Saturday

Collison, who played just 14 minutes Thursday before sustaining the injury, is considered doubtful to face the Jazz in Utah Saturday and will be listed as day-to-day moving forward. He has averaged 16.1 points and 5.6 assists in 45 games.

Kings PG Darren Collison (abdomen) will not return Thursday

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(2/5/2015)Kings point guard Darren Collison will not return to Thursday's game against the Mavericks due to an abdominal strain, the team announced.

Collison finishes Thursday's matchup with six points on 3 of 3 shooting and one rebound in 14 minutes. He's scheduled to undergo an MRI Friday. The team will likely lean more on Ramon Sessions for however long Collison is sidelined.

Kings PG Darren Collison scores 18 points vs. Warriors

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(2/4/2015)Kings point guard Darren Collison scored 18 points on 8 of 15 shooting in his team's 121-96 loss to the Warriors Tuesday.

Collison has scored between 11 and 18 points in 11 of his last 12 games, with his only performance out of that scoring range coming on his 23-point night Saturday. He made just one of his four attempts from behind the arc but racked up seven assists, two rebounds and one steal in 37 minutes. The Kings will square off with the Mavericks Thursday.

Kings PG Darren Collison nails five treys en route to 24 points

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(1/8/2015)Kings point guard Darren Collison buried 5 of 10 3-pointers and finished with 24 points and seven assists in Wednesday's 104-83 rout of the Thunder. Collison added two steals and a rebound.

Collison has cleared 20 points in three of his past six games entering Friday's contest against Denver.

Kings PG Darren Collison scores season-high 27 vs. Knicks

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(12/28/2014)Kings point guard Darren Collison scored a season-high 27 points on 9 of 10 shooting, including 3 of 3 shooting from behind the arc, while dishing out 10 assists in his team's 135-129 overtime win over the Knicks Saturday.

Collison nailed a three-pointer with less than 90 seconds remaining in overtime to break a 126-126 tie and help key an 11-0 run that decided the outcome of the high-scoring affair. He also tallied two steals in 43 minutes while posting his third double-double of the season. Collison will square off with the Nets Monday.

Report: Nets, Kings discussing Deron Williams trade

The talks have centered on Kings guard Darren Collison and forwards Derrick Williams and Jason Thompson as part of a package for the impact point guard. The Kings want Nets center Mason Plumlee to be a part of the deal as well, but the Nets consider him a key piece for the future, according to the report.

Deron Williams is owed more than $43 million through the end of the 2017 season. He has averaged 15.6 points and 6.8 assists in 25 games.

Kings PG Darren Collison scores season-high 22 vs. Magic

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(12/7/2014)Kings point guard Darren Collison scored a season-high 22 points on 6 of 14 shooting, including 3 of 6 shooting from three-point range, in his team's 106-95 loss to the Magic Saturday.

While Collison and the Kings did a good job on the offensive end Saturday, it's hard to win any game in which your opponent makes at least 50 percent of their shots, as the Magic were able to do, with a 50.6 percent success rate on 83 field-goal attempts. Collison played 34 minutes while kicking in four assists and three rebounds. The Kings go into Monday's matchup with the Jazz having lost five of their last six games.

Kings' Gay, Collison, Sessions probable to play Sunday

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(11/30/2014)Kings small forward Rudy Gay (Achillies) and guards Darren Collison (quad) and Ramon Sessions (knee) are listed as probable to play Sunday against the Grizzlies. All three players were able to suit up and play Friday, with Gay and Collison starting and playing more than 30 minutes against the Spurs.

Kings rule out F Gay, G Collison from Wednesday game

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(11/26/2014)Kings forward Rudy Gay is set to miss his second straight game with right Achilles tendinitis. He was absent Tuesday in New Orleans and will be sidelined Wednesday against Houston. He will again be replaced by Omri Casspi, who scored 22 points in the defeat of the Pelicans.

Also unable to go against the Rockets will be guard Darren Collison, who is dealing with a left quad ailment.

Kings G Darren Collison ruled out Tuesday

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(11/25/2014)Kings guard Darren Collison has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans with a quad contusion, the Sacramento Bee reports. He'll be missing just his second game of the season.

Kings' Darren Collison, Ramon Sessions questionable Tuesday

Collison has a left quadriceps contusion. He was added to the injury report on Monday. Sessions was also added to the IR on Monday. He's fighting through a right knee strain.

Kings PG Darren Collison doubles up vs. Bulls

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(11/21/2014)Kings point guard Darren Collison scored 17 points on 5 of 10 shooting while dishing out 12 assists in his team's 103-88 win over the Bulls Thursday.

Collison racked up a season-high 11 assists Tuesday and topped it Thursday to deliver his second straight double-double. He also came through with six rebounds, one steal and one block in 40 minutes Thursday. The Kings are set to face the Timberwolves Saturday.

Report: Kings G Darren Collison to start Thursday

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(11/13/2014)Kings guard Darren Collison will start Thursday's game against the Grizzlies, the Sacramento Bee reports. The guard has been dealing with a stiff shoulder but was listed as probable for Thursday's game.

Collison missed Tuesday's 106-98 loss to Dallas because of stiffness in his left shoulder. He is averaging 14.7 points and 6.3 assists through seven games.

Kings G Darren Collison a no-go vs. Mavericks

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(11/11/2014)Updating a previous report: The Kings have officially ruled guard Darren Collisonout for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks with a shoulder injury, according to CowbellKingdom.com.

Collison is averaging 14.7 points and 6.3 assists through seven games. His next chance to play will come Thursday in Memphis.

Kings G Darren Collison could play Tuesday

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(11/11/2014)Kings guard Darren Collison could be a surprise addition to the active roster Tuesday night against Dallas, according to ESPN Dallas. Collison, who is dealing with stiffness in his left shoulder, will take part in pregame warmup to determine his status for the game.

Report: Darren Collison agrees to three-year deal with Sacramento

by Joe Polito | CBSSports.com

(7/3/2014)The Kings have inked point guard Darren Collison to a three-year deal worth $16 million, according to the Los Angeles Times.

Collison spent the previous season serving as Chris Paul's backup with the Clippers. He did well enough for himself during Paul's absence to earn a contract in Sacramento, averaging 14.4 points, 6.1 assists and 1.6 steals in the month of January.

This could affect whether or not the Kings re-sign restricted free agent Isaiah Thomas, who also enjoyed a stellar season.

Darren Collison looks solid in return

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(3/23/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collison was back in the starting lineup Saturday against the Pistons after missing a pair of games due to an illness.

Collison played 26 minutes and played well in the game, a 112-103 win. He scored 11 points on 4 of 6 shooting, including 2 for 2 from three-point range. He added three assists and three steals while turning the ball over just once in the easy win.

Collison had been playing a big role prior to the illness, averaging 16.3 points and 3.4 assists per game in the month of March, however the return of Jamal Crawford from injury could limit his production. Collison is averaging 10.8 points and 3.5 assists per game on the season.

Darren Collison set to return, Jamal Crawford still in doubt

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(3/22/2014)The Clippers should get at least one backcourt contributor back Saturday against the Pistons, as guard Darren Collison (illness) is listed as probable after missing the team's previous two games. According to the Orange County Register, fellow guard Jamal Crawford is still listed as a game-time decision, as he continues to deal with a calf injury.

Darren Collison expected to start vs. Pistons

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(3/21/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collison is expected to start Saturday against the Pistons, even if Jamal Crawford (calf) is available to play, according to ESPN Los Angeles.

Collison has missed the last two games due to a stomach virus. He is averaging 10.8 points, 3.5 assists and 2.3 rebounds over 67 games this season

Darren Collison back in practice Thursday

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(3/20/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collisonpracticed in some capacity on Thursday, according to the team's official website. Collison will get another day of practice before his status for Saturday against the Pistons is determined.

Collison has missed the last two games due to a stomach virus. He is averaging 10.8 points, 3.5 assists and 2.3 rebounds over 67 games this season.

Darren Collison skips trip to Denver

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(3/17/2014)As expected, Clippers guard Darren Collisondidn't make the trip and was officially ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets because of a stomach virus, according to the Los Angeles Times. Willie Green will get the start in his place.

Collison sat out Sunday's game with the issue. He is averaging 10.8 points, 3.5 assists and 2.3 rebounds over 67 games this season.

His next chance to play will come Saturday against Detroit.

Darren Collison doubtful for clash vs. Denver

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(3/17/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collison was labeled doubtful for Monday's game against the Nuggets because of a stomach virus, according to Denver's official website.

Collison sat out Sunday's game with the issue. He is averaging 10.8 points, 3.5 assists and 2.3 rebounds over 67 games this season.

Darren Collison dealing with stomach virus, out vs. Cavs

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(3/16/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collisonwas ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Cavaliers because of a stomach virus, according to the team's television reporter.

Collison is averaging 10.8 points, 3.5 assists and 2.3 rebounds over 67 games this season. His next chance to play will come Monday in Denver.

Darren Collison scores 19 points vs. Rockets

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(2/27/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collison scored 19 points on 8 of 15 shooting, including 3 of 5 shooting from behind the arc, in his team's 101-93 win over the Rockets Wednesday.

It was Collison's best scoring total in the month of February, and he also tallied five assists, two steals and one rebound in 30 minutes in the win. He has averaged 10.1 points and 3.6 assists over 60 games played.

The talks haven't materialized into a concrete offer just yet. The Clippers have been looking to upgrade their bench, while the Knicks have been dangling Shumpert on the trade market all season.

Darren Collison cracks 20-point mark again

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(1/31/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collison turned in a solid performance on Thursday, as he cracked the 20-point mark for the fourth time in January in his team's 111-92 loss to the Warriors.

Collison dropped 22 points on 6 of 11 shooting from the field, including 3 of 5 from downtown, and a perfect 7 of 7 from the free throw line. He did all of his damage in 30 minutes of game action, also adding five assists. He has averaged 16.4 points, 6.2 assists and 1.4 rebounds over his last five games played.

Darren Collison plays through left toe sprain

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(1/25/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collison worked his way past a sprained left big toe on Fridya, scoring 17 points on 6 of 11 shooting from the field, including 2 of 3 from downtown, and 3 of 4 from the free throw line in his team's 112-95 victory.

Collison did all of his damage in 29 minutes of game action, also adding four assists, two rebounds and one steal. He has averaged 11.0 points, 5.2 assists and 2.6 rebounds over his last five games played.

Coach says Darren Collison will play through injury

Collison, who has been filling in as the primary point guard with Chris Paul out, recently suffered a sprained left big toe and was in threat of missing game time. He has made 11 of 34 shots (32.4 percent) over his last four games played. He has averaged 9.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.8 assists over that span.

Darren Collison may sit with toe injury

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(1/23/2014)Clippers head coach Doc Rivers said that guard Darren Collison may have to sit a few games to allow his sprained big toe heal, NBA.com reports.

"He’s struggling," Rivers said. "He couldn’t move and you kind of had a feeling, and I was right, that they were going to go [Jannero] Pargo and [Ramon] Sessions and start going pick-and-rolls. He’s trying but you could see him laboring up and down the floor. It’s tough. At some point, we may have to make a decision to sit him down as well."

Collison has been filling in as the primary point guard with Chris Paul out, but it may be in the team's best interest to park him on the bench to give him time to heal.

"I really think [sitting Collison out is] what we may have to do," Rivers said. "I’m looking at D.C. and I’ve had that injury myself and it doesn’t get better playing. We’re going to have to sit and decide how bad is it? Is it something that is not that bad? We’ve got to make a decision, soon."

Darren Collison struggles from field vs. Pistons

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(1/20/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collison scored just four points while going 0 for 6 from the field in Monday's 112-103 win over the Pistons Monday.

Collison was probable to play Monday after suffering a sprained big toe on his left foot in his previous game, and despite seeing 31 minutes of action, he has a season-worst shooting performance to show for it. He also tallied six assists, three steals, one block and one rebound in the win. Collison has averaged 9.4 points and 2.9 assists in 43 games played.

Three Clippers suffer injuries vs. Pacers

Redick has bruised left knee, Collison a sprained left big toe and Barnes a swollen left thumb. X-rays on Barnes' thumb came big back negative, according to ESPN. All three players are probable for Monday's game at Detroit.

Darren Collison takes over for an injured Chris Paul

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(1/3/2014)Clippers guard Darren Collison took over for an injured Chris Paul in the third quarter and scored 20 points on 6 of 10 shooting, including 0 of 3 from downtown, and a perfect 8 of 8 from the free throw line in Friday's 119-112 win over the Mavericks in Dallas.

Collison did all of his damage in 35 minutes of game action, the most of any reserves, also adding four assists, three rebounds and one steal. With Paul likely dealing with a dislocated shoulder, Collison could assume his role in the starting lineup. He has averaged 10.4 points, 3.8 assists and 2.0 rebounds over his last five games.

Darren Collison scores 15 points vs. Grizzlies

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(12/5/2013)Clippers guard Darren Collison was one of three Clippers players to score a team-high 15 points in his team's 101-81 win over the Grizzlies Thursday.

Collison did his damage on 6 of 9 shooting while also adding three assists and one rebound in 21 minutes off the bench. The 15 points matched a season high set on Nov. 29, when Collison played 40 minutes in an overtime win.

Darren Collison fails to score vs. Thunder

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(11/21/2013)Clippers guard Darren Collison had a rough shooting night Thursday, going 0 for 5 from the field in 14 minutes of play against the Thunder and being held scoreless for the second time this season.

Collison's night wasn't a total loss, as he recorded three rebounds, two assists and two steals in the loss. He has averaged five points per game over the course of the season.

Darren Collison hits two threes in loss

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(11/7/2013)Clippers guard Darren Collison matched his season total for three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Heat, going 2 for 2 from behind the arc to finish with six points on 2 of 3 shooting in 11 minutes of play.

Collison was empty across the rest of the box score, failing to record any free throws, rebounds, assists, blocks or steals in the game. The 11 minutes matched a season low, which came in a scoreless performance during the second game of the year. He's yet to reach double-digit scoring this season.

Darren Collison limited to 12 minutes off the bench

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(10/30/2013)Clippers point guard Darren Collison played through a bruised kneecap during Tuesday's season opener against the Lakers.

Collison was limited to only 12 minutes off the bench as he went 4 of 5 shooting from the field and 1 of 1 from downtown. His lone 3-pointer came near the right win late in the third quarter. He finished the game with nine points, one rebound and one assists in a 116-103 defeat.

Collison was limited in practice Monday and is expected to come off the bench for the Clippers. He averaged 20.2 points on 52.5 percent shooting from the field, including 46.2 percent from beyond the arc, over his final five preseason games.

Darren Collison drops 31 off the bench

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(10/19/2013)Clippers point guard Darren Collison had an impressive performance off the bench during Friday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers.

Collison shot 8 of 16 from the field and missed his only attempt from downtown. He got to the free throw line early and often, as he converted 15 of 16 free throws and finished with a game-high 31 points, six assists and one rebound. He also chipped in with two steals while logging 34 minutes of game action.

Collison stays in double figures

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(4/3/2013)Mavericks guard Darren Collison enjoyed a solid performance off the bench in Tuesday's contest against the Lakers. Collison went 5 of 12 shooting from the field, including 1 of 4 from downtown as he finished with 11 points and six assists in a 101-81 defeat. He also chipped in with a rebound and three steals while logging 29 minutes of game action.